Instructional Coach

Manor Independent School District•Austin, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide support for teachers in the implementation of research-based instructional strategies. Work directly with teachers to provide classroom demonstrations in rigorous standards-based teaching. Enhance teachers’ abilities to provide instruction that builds students’ literacy skills and content knowledge, is academically rigorous, addresses the curriculum standards, and enhances students’ engagement and ownership of their learning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
Highly qualified in area of endorsement
Ability to share proven instructional approaches
General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of successful techniques for classroom organization and experience planning for effective instruction
Knowledge of technology applications for instruction
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Extensive Knowledge of subject area assigned
Minimum 3 years in the classroom, preferably 5 years
Experience using assessment results to shape instruction

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide collaborative and one-on-one instructional coaching and facilitate teacher inquiry and related professional development.
Work with administrators and teachers to align their work with district priorities.
Lead data sessions that look at both formative and summative assessment results and suggest and monitor intervention strategies and materials for struggling students.
Be a part of the District network and work with the district departments (i.e C & I, Professional Development, Bilingual, Special Ed.) as necessary
Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the assigned subject area strategic improvement plan
Ensures that the state and district content standards are the foundation of instruction in all content areas
Works with teachers in the development of daily, weekly, and unit lesson plans
Works with teachers in assessing problem areas in curriculum and instruction and in finding and implementing appropriate solutions
Introduces teachers to new methods, materials, and instructional strategies that, through research, have proven to increase student achievement
Coordinates and conducts staff development on the campus and district levels
Models best instructional practices through actual classroom demonstrations
Makes informal classroom observations and provides immediate feedback for the purpose of instructional support and program improvement (not evaluation)
Uses technology to disaggregate test data to inform and grade curricular and instructional program improvement on a school, class, and individual student level
Assists teachers in incorporating the use of technology into the instructional program
Assists teachers in developing sound, defensible procedures for assessing student progress and for reporting that progress to students and parents in a timely manner
Reviews periodically the implementation of assessment procedures and assures that the state’s Uniform Grading Policy is implemented
Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with administrators, teachers, media specialists, guidance counselors and other school staff to strengthen all aspects of the instructional program
Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with district-level curriculum consultants and program coordinators to ensure rigorous, relevant curricula and instructional practices that will increase student achievement
Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with middle and high feeder schools to strengthen vertical articulation and to create a seamless K-12 instructional program.
Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Dependable performance requires reliable and dependable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
Demonstrates principles of the Manor ISD People Experience.